Prince Harry is enjoying a moment of triumph following the release of a new report highlighting the economic and social impact of the Invictus Games 2025, which were held earlier this year in British Columbia, Canada.

Despite recent public criticism surrounding a resurfaced personal video of Harry and Meghan Markle, this week brought welcome news for the Duke of Sussex—and a reminder of the meaningful work he continues to support through the Games.

A Boost for Canada: Economic and Social Wins

The Invictus Games 2025 were not only a display of international resilience and athleticism but also proved to be a major economic success.

According to the official report released on June 9, the event generated over $86 million CAD (around £63 million) in economic activity across British Columbia—$81.3 million CAD of which came from the Vancouver area alone.

More than 125,000 people attended the Games in person, while an estimated 900,000 Canadians tuned in on television. These figures highlight the growing influence and visibility of the Invictus movement within North America.

A Lasting Legacy: Funding for Veterans’ Rehabilitation

Perhaps even more significant than the numbers is the $5.5 million CAD legacy fund established to continue supporting injured, sick, and wounded service members and veterans.

This fund will be managed by the True Patriot Love Foundation in Canada alongside the Invictus Games Foundation internationally, aiming to ensure that the impact of the Games extends far beyond the competition itself.

Scott Moore, CEO of Vancouver Whistler 2025, reflected on the broader significance of the event:

“Our Games not only changed lives, they saved them… The legacy is an enduring contribution to military communities and their recovery journeys.”